Author Archives: jmkyoung

From the Archives & Special Collections: Welcome & About Me

Posted on September 20, 2017 by jmkyoung

Hi, and welcome back! My name is Julia Masur, and I am the Peer Research Specialist in the Archives and Special Collections. I’m a junior here at UPS, with a History major and a double minor in Education Studies and … Continue reading →

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New Beginnings, New Ends, and the Journey Between: “Sycamore” by Bryn Chancellor

Posted on September 15, 2017 by jmkyoung

What could have easily been a murder mystery, focused on the newly discovered remains of a long-missing teenager, instead flourishes into a novel about new beginnings, sad endings, and what it means to be a community, a family and, most … Continue reading →

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From the Archives & Special Collections: A Welcome Message from the Assistant Archivist

Posted on September 13, 2017 by jmkyoung

Welcome back! My name is Laura Edgar and I am the Assistant Archivist in the Archives & Special Collections (A&SC) here at Puget Sound. I started working in the A&SC in 2012 as the Archivist for the Abby Williams Hill … Continue reading →

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Welcome Back Edition – Part I

Posted on September 11, 2017 by jmkyoung

Welcome Back Edition – Part I  You’ll see a few changes in the Collins Library.  We’ve been busy this summer: Library 118 (classroom):  We’ve added new movable furniture to encourage group work, and replaced the PCs with laptops. 4th Floor:  … Continue reading →

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Who Says Murder is for the Young? “Stone Mattress” by Margaret Atwood

Posted on September 6, 2017 by jmkyoung

Atwood’s tales live up to her reputation: nine frothy, witty, macabre stories, the first trio of which are carefully and tangentially intertwined, all of which are enough to draw out a snicker and to stand your hair on end. Atwood … Continue reading →

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From the Archives & Special Collections: A Welcome Message from the new Archivist & Special Collections Librarian

Posted on September 6, 2017 by jmkyoung

Hello! My name is Adriana Flores and I’m the brand new Archivist & Special Collections Librarian at the University of Puget Sound. I started working at the university in July and I’ve had a busy two months on campus so … Continue reading →

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Bill & Vicky Stewart, Exploring Text & Image: A Conversation About Artists’ Books, Tuesday, October 3, 1 p.m., Archives & Special Collections Seminar room

Posted on August 30, 2017 by jmkyoung

Please mark your calendar for a return of Bill & Vicky! Bill and Vicky own Vamp & Tramp, a unique business representing over 400 fine press and book artists from around the world. They will share examples from their collection. … Continue reading →

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Events at Collins Library – Summer 2017

Posted on August 29, 2017 by jmkyoung

JUNE Thursday, June 8:  Puget Sound Book Artists 2017 – Exhibit Opening Northwest Musings – Celebrate Unique Books that capture the spirit of the Northwest. June 1 – July 28, 2017 Opening Reception: 5:00–7:00 p.m., The Link, Collins Library. Thursday, … Continue reading →

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Behind the Archives Door: Debut of the “Refashioning Identity” Collection, Wednesday, September 13, 4 p.m., Archives & Special Collections Seminar Room

Posted on August 15, 2017 by jmkyoung

Contributors to the campus and community embroidery project “Refashioning Identity” will gather to view the collection and share remarks about their work. Artist and stitcher Diana Weymar will join this event to share updates on her own work and exciting … Continue reading →

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Behind the Archives Door: Alicia Bailey presents “Artists Books on the Road” Monday, September 11, 4 p.m., Archives & Special Collections Seminar Room

Posted on August 14, 2017 by jmkyoung

Denver based curator and artists’ book dealer Alicia Bailey (abecedarian Gallery) will be giving an informal Artists Books on the Road presentation. The presentation will provide a unique opportunity to learn more about this engaging and intimate approach to art … Continue reading →

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